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Do not seek after truth. Merely cease to hold opinions.

“Do not seek after truth. Merely cease to hold opinions.” quote by Huston Smith
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““Do not seek after truth. Merely cease to hold opinions.””

Huston Smith

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

True understanding comes from letting go of fixed opinions rather than chasing an absolute truth.

In simple terms: Stop clinging to opinions to find truth.

Key Takeaway

Practice openness, suspend judgment.

Themes

philosophy spirituality humility

Mood

contemplative thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal decision
  • meditation
  • dialogue
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

Non‑attachment epistemic humility

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance openness with the need to decide?
  • When is holding an opinion useful?
A Different Perspective

Complete detachment may hinder decisive action.

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